burglarproof

Thân thiện

A homeowner installs burglarproof locks on all the windows.

Definition

1. Adjective: Secure against burglary; designed or constructed to prevent unauthorized entry by burglars.

Usage

• As an adjective: Used to describe buildings, safes, locks, windows, doors, or security systems that are resistant to being broken into by thieves.
  • The new safe is completely burglarproof.
  • They installed burglarproof windows in their ground-floor apartment.

Advanced Usage

• "to burglarproof something" (verb, informal): To make something secure against burglars. This is a less common, derived verb form.
  • We need to burglarproof the garage before we go on vacation.

Variants and Related Words

• Burglar alarm (noun): A device that sounds an alarm if a burglary is attempted.
• Burglary (noun): The crime of illegally entering a building to commit theft.
• Burglar (noun): A person who commits burglary.

Synonyms

• Break-in proof: Resistant to forced entry.
• Theft-resistant: Designed to deter or prevent theft.
• Secure: Protected against danger or theft.

Antonyms

• Vulnerable: Susceptible to physical or emotional attack or harm.
• Insecure: Not firm or fixed; liable to give way or break. Not protected.

Related Phrases

• Burglarproof lock: A lock specifically designed to be very difficult for a burglar to pick or break.
• Burglarproof safe: A safe constructed with materials and locking mechanisms intended to withstand burglary attempts.

Học thuật

Adjective

1. secure against burglary